Lesley Stowe’s Basil & Baby Shrimp Dip
The basil and shrimp marry well because the slight licorice overtone of the herb complements the delicate flavour of the shellfish. Be sure your shrimp is superfresh. If you can, smell it before you buy it; it should smell fresh, like ocean air. Also, try to add the basil as soon as you chop it; it oxidizes quickly and turns brown when the leaves are cut. This recipe is easily adapted: try substituting dill for basil and yogurt for the sour cream.
Ingredients
1 lb fresh handpeeled baby shrimp
3 green onions, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
1 tsp Tabasco
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp grated lemon zest
Directions
In a medium bowl, stir the sour cream and mayonnaise together then mix in the rest of the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until serving. Keeps 2 to 3 days. Serve with Raincoast Crisps.